Join us for the Ganachakra practice of Guru Padmasambhava. There will be a tsok (food offering). 
The result of practicing on Guru Padmasambhava is two-fold: you attain what are known as the ordinary and supreme achievements, or siddhis. The ordinary achievement includes long life, good health, peace and happiness, as well as the ability to fulfill all of your bodhichitta aspirations. The supreme achievement is enlightenment. The ordinary and supreme achievements are considered the general result of practicing on Guru Padmasambhava.

Guru Rinpoche Day is celebrated on the 10th day of the lunar calendar each month. Shower of Blessings from Mipham Rinpoche will be the main practice.

Please bring your vegetarian offering early to be placed on the tsok table.

IMPORTANT! If Ven. Khenpo Tsewang Dongyal Rinpoche chooses to lead any listed practice remotely from Padma Samye Ling in upstate NY, the practice at PBDC will not take place! Instead, everyone can join from their own locations. Check the PBC Events page regularly and before special scheduled practices for updates and link to the live stream!

The full moon of Wednesday, June 11 is the auspicious day of Saga Dawa Duchen, honoring the Buddha’s enlightenment and mahaparinirvana.

Saga Dawa began May 28th this year and is the fourth month of the Tibetan lunar calendar. Throughout his life, Buddha Shakyamuni fulfilled many of his major activities during this month. Standing high among them are his birth in this world, his enlightenment, and his mahaparinirvana. It is during this month that, after three countless eons accumulating merit and wisdom, he achieved the ultimate benefit to himself and others: buddhahood - complete and full enlightenment.

Ven. Khenpo Tsewang Dongyal Rinpoche reminds us that this is a powerful and auspicious time for practice and meritorious activities. It is said that the karmic power of our activities multiply millions of times during this month.  For Buddhists, this day is one of the most sacred days of the year when karmic effects are naturally multiplied millions of times. So meditation practice and virtuous deeds are strongly encouraged and celebrated!

Live Webcast of the Vidyadhara Lama Group Meditation and Practice with Tsok Offering Ceremony, led by Ven. Khenpo Tsewang Dongyal Rinpoche.

Purchase the "Vidyadhara Lama" sadhana by the great Terton Tsasum Lingpa.

*Time subject to change. Check the PBC website!

“You turned the golden wheel of the stainless doctrine of Khenpo Shantarakshita, Lopon Padmasambhava, and Dharma King Trisong Deutsen all over the world.

You established centers that uphold the study and practice of the great secret Vajrayana, which continuously follow the cycles of the sun and moon.

You made glorious gifts of empowerments, pith instructions, and the three wisdoms to students everywhere.

Great Khenpo, Glorious Wisdom, you are the protector of beings, the Lord of Dharma, and the Supreme Lama, Certainly you are a son of the Buddha.”

Ven. Khenpo Tsewang Dongyal Rinpoche

Dakini Day, observed on the 25th day of the lunar month, is a day of celebration in Tibetan Buddhism that honors the enlightened feminine energy embodied by dakinis. Dakinis, called “sky dancers” in Tibetan, represent wisdom, compassion, and transformative power. These enlightened beings guide practitioners on their spiritual journey, helping them overcome ignorance and cultivate insight.

Please bring your vegetarian offering early to be placed on the tsok table.

NOTE: Regular Saturday Ngöndro practice will not be held on June 21.

“Dakinis are dancers of the illusory magical display. They enact the connections that awaken us to our nature. They are not ordinary individuals limited to certain capabilities and stuck with one identity. They are totally free in their movements, possess infinite skillful means and are accessible everywhere.

When we need them and call, the teachings say the dakinis are very active and respond immediately, coming forward to offer help, support, and enlightened energy. Both externally and inwardly, the dakinis are very dynamic and unbound in their movements.”

Venerable Khenpo Tsewang Rinpoche

In northern India’s sparsely populated and mountainous Ladakh region, an impoverished young boy is discovered to be the reincarnation of an esteemed, high-ranking Tibetan monk. Born displaced from his original monastery in Tibet, the boy is denied his rightful place. Amid growing doubts and mounting expectations in the community, the boy and his elderly godfather embark on a gruelling, improbable trek across India to return the young monk-to-be to his rightful monastery before it becomes too late.  

Filmed over eight years, we witness an incredibly intimate bond of friendship between a future religious leader and his godfather, whose devotion and selflessness in care for the boy is truly touching. The film has a stirring and awe-inspiring air of serenity that befits its subject. Striking drone shots use the powerful magnitude of the natural landscape, particularly in the final moments in the snowy mountains. The film is an evocative exploration of culture, tradition and identity. Becoming Who I Was artfully captures the universal truths of unconditional love, family bonds and sacrifice.

Ven. Khenpo Tsewang Dongyal Rinpoche and the Padmasambhava Buddhist Center are requesting your support. In terms of practice, please do extra practices of Guru Padmasambhava, Tara, Amitabha, and the mantra of Avalokiteshvara. Please pray for the people of Myanmar, as well as so many other beings and situations in this world and beyond.

PBC is also taking up a collection to help the communities and victims in Myanmar with relief. Your contributions will make a substantial difference in their lives. We are arranging for all of the funds to be distributed directly to communities in the region so that they receive 100% of your generous donation.

Ngöndro refers to the preliminary or foundation practices of Vajrayana Buddhism. Although they are known as preliminary, the Ngöndro foundational practices do not mean "lesser." The practices of Ngöndro are a complete practice of the spiritual path. Practice includes one hour of all components and a half hour of accumulation. 

Everyone is welcome.

NOTE: Regular Saturday Ngöndro practice will not be held on June 21.

RECOMMENDED READING:

In Illuminating the Path, Venerable Khenchen Palden Sherab Rinpoche and Venerable Khenpo Tsewang Dongyal Rinpoche give clear and profound explanations on how to practice the path of Ngöndro - the foundational set of practices of Tibetan Buddhism. This book includes line-by-line commentary on the concise Dudjom Tersar Ngöndro revealed by His Holiness Dudjom Rinpoche, with detailed instructions on how to practice and helpful illustrations. 

This book is available in the Lotus Born Bookstore at PBDC as well as online.

Advice from a Spiritual Friend, A Commentary by Khenpo Tsewang Dongyal Rinpoche

This text is perfect for beginners and long- time practitioners alike. Join us in an opportunity for illuminating discussion and growth!

Available for purchase at the Bookstore!

Where We Are Located: 

Palm Beach Dharma Center (PBDC)
1205 N Federal Hwy, Lake Worth, FL 33460
Phone: (561) 547-4711
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Lotus Land of Glorious Wisdom
18190 131st Trail N, Jupiter, FL 33478
Phone: (561) 547-4711
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